Monday, July 18, 2016

Putschversuch in der Türkei: Siebo Janssen analysiert die Ereignisse am 18.07.2016


phoenix-Moderator Stephan Kulle im Studiotalk mit Siebo Janssen (Politikwissenschaftler, Universität Köln) zu den Ereignissen in der Türkei nach dem gescheiterten Putschversuch.

‪Turkish Soldier Beheaded by Pro-government Mob on Istanbul's Bosphorus Bridge‬


A Turkish soldier has reportedly been beheaded on Istanbul's Bosphorus Bridge by a pro-government mob.

Erdogan's Appeal to Islamists in Wake of Failed Coup Spurs Fears for Turkey's Future


Attack in Nice: The Clash of Civilizations


False Flags & the End of Secularism in Turkey


Turkey's Failed Military Coup, Explained


The attempted coup against Turkish President Erdoğan might have failed, but plenty of problems still await him.

Inside Story: What Will Turkey's Failed Coup Mean for Its Relations?


Anne Will | 17.07.2016 | Putschversuch in der Türkei - Was macht Erdoğan jetzt? [HD]


Anne Will, Sendung in HD vom 17.7.2016 in der ARD: Nach einer dramatischen Nacht erklärt die türkische Regierung den Putschversuch gegen Präsident Recep Tayyip Erdoğan für gescheitert. Der kündigte bereits ein hartes Vorgehen gegen die aufständischen Militärs an. Wie konnte es zu diesem Putsch kommen? Wird Erdoğan seine Macht jetzt noch weiter ausbauen? Und ist er für Deutschland noch ein vertrauenswürdiger Partner? Dazu zu Gast am 17. Juli 2016 bei Anne Will: Norbert Röttgen (CDU) – Vorsitzender des Auswärtigen Ausschusses des Deutschen Bundestags; Cem Özdemir (Bündnis 90/Die Grünen) – Parteivorsitzender; Fatih Zingal – Stellvertretender Vorsitzender der Union Europäisch-Türkischer Demokraten; Seyran Ateş – Rechtsanwältin und Autorin; Harald Kujat – Ehemaliger Generalinspekteur der Bundeswehr

Why Are Muslim Refugees Converting to Christianity?


Rev Sally Smith baptises a group of refugees at St Mark’s Church in Stoke-on-Trent. This isn’t an isolated case. Churches across western Europe have been welcoming a growing number of refugees, some of whom choose to become Christians. There are many reasons for this, but for priests like Smith, all that matters is that everyone feels safe and welcome, even if it means losing much of her original congregation


THE GUARDIAN: 'This is what I'm meant to be doing': the vicar welcoming Muslims to church: Refugees helped by the Rev Sally Smith have transformed St Mark’s in Stoke-on-Trent – and are among many converting to Christianity across Europe » | Nazia Parveen | Monday, July 18, 2016

Sunday, July 17, 2016

History of Islam (World Service, 2002)


My Fellow Liberals: Please Stop Saying That Islamist Extremism Has Nothing to Do with Islam


Maajid Nawaz talks to Fox News about Islamist extremism and the bigotry of low expectations. In the discussion, Maajid also argues a case for why his fellow liberals should stop saying this has nothing to do with Islam.

‪Three Police Officers Killed in Louisiana's Baton Rouge‬


Two suspects are at large and one is dead after gunmen opened fire on police headquarters in Baton Rouge on Sunday, killing three police officers and wounding three other officers. The injured have been taken to hospital but their condition is unknown. Al Jazeera spoke over the phone with local journalist Bill Profita.

Islam: The Untold Story


Swede Went to Turkey to Know about Islam, and Converted


Male Converts to Islam: Experience of British Muslims (Sunday, 7/2/16)


The Four Caliphs (World Service, 1997)


The first four caliphs of the Rashidun Caliphate.

Putschversuch in der Türkei: Prediger Gülen weist Vorwurf der Drahtzieherschaft zurück


"Putschversuch gegen Erdogan - Wie geht es weiter in der Türkei?" - Presseclub vom 17.07.2016


Was genau passiert gerade in der Türkei? Wer steht hinter diesem Putsch? Wie verändert dies Demokratie und Gesellschaft in der Türkei? Und was bedeutet es für die Zusammenarbeit der Türkei mit Europa?

Head of the Gülenist Movement Suggests Turkish Coup Attempt Could Have Been Staged


Obama Administration to Blame for Coup Attempt in Turkey?


Jul. 16, 2016 - 4:24 - Fox News analyst and Trump foreign policy adviser Walid Phares weighs in on 'America's News HQ'

Erdogan Calls on US to Extradite Cleric Gülen


Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday urged the United States to extradite the preacher Fethullah Gülen, who he accuses of masterminding the failed coup, to face trial in Turkey. Erdogan said he had repeatedly told US President Barack Obama that Gülen threatened Turkey's security and should be extradited. Gülen condemned the failed coup attempt in a statement released to the media on Saturday.

Turkish Coup Attempt: What Is the Gülenist Movement? – Video Explainer


Saturday, July 16, 2016

"Muslims and Non-Muslims Must Stand Together to Fight Islamism"


Maajid Nawaz speaks to Andrew Neil on The Daily Politics show about the awful attacks in Nice, which claimed the lives of over 80 innocent civilians. In the interview, Maajid also discusses why jihadists have chosen France as a target, whether the UK is likely to be attacked, why Muslims and non-Muslims must unite to fight Islamism, and how the UK government can best prepare for future attacks.

Putschversuch in der Türkei: Angela Merkel gibt Pressekonferenz am 16.07.2016


Nach dem Putschversuch in der Türkei verurteilt Bundeskanzlerin Angela Merkel den Putschversuch von Teilen des türkischen Militärs gegen die demokratisch gewählte Regierung in Ankara aufs Schärfste.

Inside Story - What's Behind Turkey's Failed Coup?


The Turkish government says it's now in full control after a faction of the military attempted a coup. Presenter: Fauzia. Ibrahim. Guests: Galip Dalay - Senior Fellow in Turkey and Kurdish Studies at the Al Jazeera Centre for Studies; Ian Lesser - Senior Director for Foreign Policy at the German Marshall Fund of the United States; Can Kasapoglu - Defence Analyst at the Centre for Economics and Foreign Policy Studies.

Newt Gingrich: Deport Every Muslim Who Believes in Sharia


Former House speaker outlines his plan for dealing with radical Islam in America on 'Hannity'

Turkey's Government Vows to 'Cleanse' Military after Failed Coup


Turkey’s government says 2,839 military personnel are detained as a military coup was put down despite pockets of resistance holding out in Ankara. Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr reports from Ankara.

Turkey Coup: Military Faction Fails to Topple Erdogan


A summary of what we know so far about the attempted coup in Turkey on Friday night that saw at least 194 people killed and 2,839 arrests. A faction of the Turkish military attempted to overthrow president Erdogan but failed as Erdogan supporters and forces loyal to the government resisted the insurrection

Amb. Bryza: Tide Looks to Be Turning in Erdogan's Favor


Jul. 16, 2016 - 5:36 - Insight on the attempted military coup in Turkey from the former deputy assistant secretary for Europe and Eurasia

Bolton: If Coup in Turkey Fails, Expect Brutal Crackdown


Jul. 15, 2016 - 13:23 - Amb. Bolton: No more checks and balances on Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan if military coup failed

Mike Pence Explains Why He Is Running with Donald Trump


On 'Hannity,' 2016 vice presidential running mate discusses his decision to enter the race for the White House

Turkish Military Declares Takeover of Country (Special Coverage)


Military helicopters are flying over Turkey's capital Ankara, with shot fired, according to witness reports. Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim says a group within the military engaged in an attempted coup,

Turkey PM Says Army Engaged in Coup Attempt


Military jets and helicopters are flying low over the Turkish capital, Ankara. And the two bridges crossing the Bosphorus river, in Istanbul, have been closed, or at least partially closed, by the army. Al Jazeera's Zeina Khodr reports from Gaziantep.

Jihad Awakens Europe


At least 84 people were murdered yesterday in France's third major Islamist terrorist attack in less than a year. Daniel Pipes talks about Europe's crossroads: Will Europeans succumb to Islamization, or will they rise to fight radical Islam and hold onto Western values? How it looks so far.

Military Claims It Has Seized Power in Turkey


Friday, July 15, 2016

Turkey Coup: Martial Law – CNN


Amanpour on Turkey Coup


CNN's Christiane Amanpour discusses the coup in Turkey.

Gorka: Importance of Coup in Turkey Can't Be Overemphasized


Jul. 15, 2016 - 1:27 - Insight from Dr. Sebastian Gorka, author of 'Defeating Jihad'

Pence, Excited, Humbled, Grateful to Join the GOP Ticket


July 15, 2016 - 1:03 - Indiana governor speaks to reporters as he departs New York hotel

Sam Harris on Free Will, Spirituality, and Artificial Intelligence


Sam Harris on Islam, the Left, Trump, and Hillary


Sam Harris (author and neuroscientist) joins Dave Rubin for a 2 hour sit down about Islam, Trump, Hillary, Religion, free will, and artifical intelligence.

Boris Johnson Under Scrutiny in UK’s Top Diplomatic Rôle


Boris Johnson's appointment as Britain’s new foreign secretary has baffled many around the world.

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault described Johnson as an out and out liar, saying he now has 'his back against the wall'.



Here’s What World War II Veterans Say About Brexit


In Britain, which seems to have an insatiable appetite for wartime history, the sacrificed soldiers of World War II were resurrected by the Brexit campaign. The lead up to the EU referendum saw both sides appeal to the legacy of WWII to make their case. It seemed like political campaigners were prepared to speak on behalf of long-since-dead soldiers — so we went to meet with some living war veterans, all men in their 90s, to talk about the upcoming Brexit.

Hillary Clinton: We Need Intelligence Surge to Defeat Terror


Jul. 14, 2016 - 7:17 - Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee weighs in on 'The O'Reilly Factor'

Donald Trump Reacts to Nice Attack on 'The O'Reilly Factor'


Jul. 14, 2016 - 12:20 - Presumptive Republican presidential nominee weighs in

Theresa May ‘Shocked and Saddened’ by Nice Attack


Shock and Horror in the Wake of Nice Carnage


French President François Hollande has denounced what he calls a "monstrous terrorist attack" in Nice, that has killed at least 84 people.

Anschlag in Nizza: Thomas de Maizière in Gedanken bei Opfern am 15.07.2016


Statement von Thomas de Maizière zum Anschlag in Nizza.

Terrorist Attacks Using Trucks Have Long Been Encouraged – Maajid Nawaz


Maajid Nawaz speaks to Megyn Kelly on Fox News shortly following the horrific attacks in Nice, France, which have claimed the lives of over 80 innocent civilians.

Nice Attack: France Declares Three Days of Mourning


Thursday, July 14, 2016

Divided Nation - Is Race Killing America? | Quadriga


Inside Story: Has the Iran Nuclear Deal Changed Anything?


It's a year since the signing of a wide-ranging deal designed to stop Iran developing nuclear weapons. Since then, the Iranian government has largely lived up to its side of the bargain. The US says the world is a safer place. But the deal is fragile to say the least. The upcoming elections in the US and in Iran threaten to derail the whole agreement. Inside Story looks at whether the deal has had any impact in Iran and beyond. And why hasn't it made the region more peaceful?

Provocative 'Bye Bye Mosque' Game Spreads Through Austria (2010)


Down with Minarets (2010): A violent online game has added a sinister twist to the protests over the construction of minarets in Austria. As the debate rages on, is such propaganda gaining a dangerous influence?

Pat Condell: What I Know About Islam


Boris Johnson a Liar with His Back Against the Wall, Says French Foreign Minister


The French foreign minister, Jean-Marc Ayrault, gives his reaction to the appointment of Boris Johnson as Britain’s new foreign secretary. Speaking on Thursday, Ayrault says the current political climate and economic instability requires somebody reliable in the position

US State Department – Stifled Snigger As Boris Johnson Announced British Foreign Secretary


US State Department Deputy Spokesman Mark Toner was dispassionate in his reaction to news that former Mayor of London Boris Johnson had been appointed British foreign secretary by the newly appointed British Prime Minister Theresa May, speaking from Washington DC, Wednesday.

Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Theresa May Makes First Speech As Prime Minister


Theresa May puts social justice at the heart of her first speech as Prime Minister

David Cameron's Final Speech As PM


David Cameron leaves Downing Street with his family for the last time

"Inside IS - die Diskussion" – phoenix Runde vom 12.07.2016


Wie kann man als westlicher Journalist mit vorgehaltener Kalaschnikow im ‚Islamischen Staat‘ der Wahrheitsfindung dienen? Wie sehr ist die westliche Interventionspolitik für den Aufstieg der IS-Miliz im Nahen Osten verantwortlich? Was kann man tun, um gefährdete Jugendliche von einer Radikalisierung und einer Reise in das Reich dschihadistischer Gotteskrieger abzuhalten?

Britain’s New PM: Who Is Theresa May?


In just a few hours, Britain will have a new Prime Minister. Theresa May will take over from David Cameron. May was elected unopposed as leader of the ruling Conservative Party and so automatically becomes Prime Minister. Neave Barker traveled to Theresa May's political constituency in Maidenhead, 50 kilometres west of London to find out more about Britain's next leader.

Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Germany: EU to Wait on UK Government to Decide Its Brexit Approach – Merkel


Brexit: David Cameron's Legacy Six Years As UK Prime Minister


Theresa May: Pfarrerstochter mit erzkonservativen und liberalen Ansichten


PBS – Frontline: Saudi Arabia Uncovered


‪"Gangster Islam" in Europe‬


"Gangster Islam," a crime wave packing prisons and overtaking Europe, is a problem the mainstream media will not report. Ordinary Europeans -- for fear of being called "racist" or even being imprisoned for "hate speech" -- are afraid even to talk about it.

Gay Rights: Same-Sex Marriage Divides Europeans - Talking Europe


Same-sex marriage will not happen in Croatia. Earlier this month, two-thirds of Croatian voters backed a proposal to constitutionally define marriage as a union between a man and a woman. The result of the referendum in this Catholic and conservative country shows that the issue of homosexuality continues to divide Europeans. Is Europe becoming more conservative, or is Croatia a one-off?

Out with the Family: Documentary


Square Peg Media, organisers of the Alternative Parenting Show, produce this documentary. After getting in touch with celebrity couple Elton John and David Furnish, David agreed to fly to the UK to narrate the video. Sarah Garrett, Managing Director of Square Peg Media and mother to twin girls, features on the video, and said: “We were so happy to have David on board, he’s a lovely guy and a true champion of the cause to create change.” The 40-minute film has been sponsored and endorsed by the Royal Bank of Scotland, an endorsement in itself about how times have changed, and includes interviews with a variety of families who tell their stories. Some have become parents through adoption, surrogacy, through a fertility clinic or the less formal DIY approach!

Do I Sound Gay?


How We Got Gay: Full Documentary


‪Gay and Muslim in America – Al Jazeera – Edward Wyckoff Williams Reports‬


Being Gay in the USA


Since 2003 the US Supreme Court has said that States can't make consensual private homosexual activities between two adults a crime. Yet gay people in the US still have a long way to go before they can enjoy the rights and freedoms equal to those straight people have. Some American States still exercise blatantly discriminatory anti-gay laws and only 17 out of 50 permit gay marriage. This programme focuses on life for gay men in America; they explain why it is important to them to be able to marry, go to church and be accepted by society without having to sacrifice their true identity.

Monday, July 11, 2016

Brexit: A Catastrophically Stupid Decision – Alistair Campbell


The former director of communications to Tony Blair Alistair Campbell speaks about the turmoil in British politics following the public decision to leave the European Union, saying Boris Johnson has to take responsibility.

‪"Der Brexit ist ein Glücksfall für Europa" - Prof. Max Otte bei Markus Lanz | 29.06.2016‬


Angela Eagle on Sunday Politics


Is Islamic Extremism Caused by Religion or Politics? (Sunday Morning Live, 10.07.2016)


Naga Munchetty and a panel of guests discuss the moral and ethical issues of the day.

The Rise of Theresa May


Theresa May is set to succeed David Cameron to become the 76th British prime minister. She was elected to parliament in 1997 and became home secretary in 2010. She has a reputation in Westminster as a hard negotiator and a ‘bloody tough woman’. As chair of the Conservative party she caused controversy by warning her colleagues that they are seen as the ‘nasty party’

Deutschland muss die Wahrheit über den Islam erfahren


ORF: "Islam und Homosexualität" mit Tarafa Baghajati


Theresa May to Become UK Prime Minister on Wednesday


David Cameron has announced he will resign as Britain's Prime Minister on Wednesday evening.

Germany: Merkel Suddenly Wants Pork Products Labeled


‪Theresa May Gives Statement: Together We Will Build a Better Britain‬


Theresa May to Become the 76th British Prime Minister, Confirms David Cameron


David Cameron says Theresa May will become the new British prime minister on Wednesday, after Andrea Leadsom quit the leadership race. Cameron commends May, calling her ‘strong and confident’ and able to provide leadership to the country. Cameron will chair his last cabinet meeting on Tuesday and will offer his resignation on Wednesday after PMQs

‪Sophie&Co: America's Unpopularity Contest‬


Clinton has to go further left, or she's not going to make it to White House - Ed Schultz. The race for the White House is nearing its final stage - and it looks like Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are to face each other in the fight for the presidency. However, both candidates are quite unpopular with the American public, tired of overseas wars, the rule of big banks, and divided over issues such as immigration and gun control. In this turbulent environment, is there no alternative to pandering populism and condescending establishment? What sort of a choice does America have to make this time around? We ask progressive commentator, prime-time TV and radio show host, Ed Schultz. Recorded from RT, SophieCo, July 11, 2016

Sunday, July 10, 2016

Arte - Ein Sünder in Mekka


Scharia, Scheichs und Shopping: Saudi-Arabien – Königreich der Widersprüche


‪Saudi-Arabien‬: Jenseits des Öls


Saudi-Arabien hat ein Problem, welches mit Geld allein nicht wegzukriegen ist: das rasante Bevölkerungswachstum. Die Hälfte der Saudis ist jünger als 25 Jahre, ein Drittel von ihnen hat keinen Job.

Exclusive Interview with the 'Locked-up' Saudi Princesses


Newsnight: Saudi Princesses "Imprisoned" by Royal Family


The mother of 3 Saudi Arabian princesses speaks to Jeremy Paxman - alleging that they have been "imprisoned" by their own relatives in the Saudi Royal Family

Former Saudi Princess Exposes the Royal Family


As the IMF predicts years of austerity for Saudi Arabia, Afshin Rattansi goes underground with a woman who was a former Saudi princess- Janan Harb. A film is currently being made based on her book- The Saudi King and I.

‪Inside a Gathering of Europe's Far Right‬


All Right on the Night (2010): Watch footage of a meeting between Neo-Nazis, right-wing politicians and self-proclaimed fascists.

Saturday, July 09, 2016

Frauke Petry sprcht über Einwanderung. AfD Veranstaltung in Nauen


Germany AfDs Petry talks immigration in Nauen. Leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, Frauke Petry, attended a conference titled "Can Germany still be saved?" in Nauen, Friday evening. She was accompanied by her partner Marcus Pretzell, who is currently a member of the European Parliament representing AfD.

Obama: America Is Not as Divided as Some Say


President Obama called for unity while speaking in Warsaw, Poland about a spate of shootings and police tensions in the United States.

UK: Sadiq Khan Joins Thousands for Eid Celebrations in Trafalgar Square


London Mayor Sadiq Khan joined thousands of Muslims and non-Muslims alike for Eid celebrations in Trafalgar Square, Saturday, to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

BBC Question Time from Brighton (7th July 2016) - Chilcot, Brexit & Tory Leadership


"Das britische Drama – Gibt es einen Exit vom Brexit?" - Presseclub vom 03.07.2016


Leadsom v May: The Battle For No 10


The Far Right Are Coming: Brexit Has Helped Them Along – Randeep Ramesh | Comment is Free


The EU referendum debate and result has laid ground for the far right to gain momentum, argues the Guardian’s social affairs editor Randeep Ramesh.

‪Burqa Ban: Law Comes into Force in Switzerland (Debate)‬


A ban on wearing burqas in public places has come into force in certain parts of Switzerland today. And the first people to break the law have already been fined. Two prominent campaigners for Muslim rights walked through the city of Locarno in full Islamic dress, and were immediately confronted by police. To discuss this we're now joined by Graham Moore, from the English Democrats and Dilly Hussain, Deputy editor of British Muslim news site @5pillars UK.

‪Fears of a New Cold War as Russia Beefs Up Military‬


As NATO meets to deal with the threats from Russia, Russia is also getting ready at what some are calling a 'hybrid' Cold War. CNN's Clare Sebastian reports.

BBC This Week: David Starkey on Divided Britain


David Starkey discusses Divided Britain in the wake of a Leave vote.